Good leader Quote by Kenneth E. Behring
““Since then, I've observed that a charismatic personality who's willing to take risks only for personal gain does not make a good leader. Principle-centered leadership is based on selfless courage, practical wisdom and moral objectives. It's based on honesty and focused on achieving what is best for others, whether they understand it or not. Consequently, great leaders are not always popular, but they are consistent.””
About This Quote
Source Leadership handbook: Principle‑Centered Leadership, 2015
Effective leaders prioritize selfless courage, wisdom, and moral goals over personal gain; popularity follows consistency, not the other way.
In simple terms: Good leaders act selflessly, guided by principle, not popularity.
Key Takeaway
Lead with principle.
Themes
leadership
ethics
personal growth
consistency
influence
Mood
inspirational
serious
reflective
Type
Good leader:1
Great leader:1
Great leaders:1
Inspirational:1
Leader:1
Leadership:1
Personal gain:0
Leadership Based:0
Principle Centered:1
Centered Leadership:1
Leader Principle:0
When to use this quote
- team meetings
- organizational change
- crisis management
- public speaking
Key Concepts
selfless courage
practical wisdom
moral objectives
Questions to Reflect On
- Can ethical leadership thrive without compromise?
- How to balance principle with practical demands?
A Different Perspective
Principle‑centered leadership may be unpopular in profit‑driven cultures.
